NOVA SCOTIA LAUNCHES CRITICAL CONSTRUCTION WORKER PILOT PROGRAM

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In an effort to address the labor needs of the construction industry and enhance its workforce, Nova Scotia has introduced the “Nova Scotia Critical Construction Worker Pilot – Job Offer Pathway.” This new program, effective from October 2023, aims to streamline the process for employers in Nova Scotia to recruit and hire foreign workers within the construction sector.

Minimum Requirements for Applicants

1. Job Offer Requirement:

To qualify for this program, applicants must secure a bona fide full-time job offer from a Nova Scotia employer in one of the eligible occupations listed below:

Nova Scotia critical Construction Worker Pilot eligible occupations List
NOC2021	Occupations
70010	Construction managers
70011	Home building and renovation managers
72011	Contractors and supervisors, electrical trades and telecommunications occupations
72014	Contractors and supervisors, other construction trades, installers, repairers and servicers
72020	Contractors and supervisors, mechanic trades
72106	Welders and related machine operators
72200	Electricians (except industrial and power system)
72201	Industrial electricians
72310	Carpenters
72320	Bricklayers
72401	Heavy-duty equipment mechanics
72402	Heating, refrigeration and air conditioning mechanics
72500	Crane operators
73100	Concrete finishers
73102	Plasterers, drywall installers and finishers and lathers
73110	Roofers and shinglers
73200	Residential and commercial installers and servicers
73400	Heavy equipment operators
75101	Material handlers
75110	Construction trades helpers and labourers
75119	Other trades helpers and labourers

2- Work Experience:

Applicants should have at least 12 complete calendar months of work experience within the last five years, with a minimum of 1,560 hours related to the position and skills required for the job. Volunteer work and unpaid internships do not count as eligible work experience.

3- Age:

Applicants must fall within the age range of 21 to 55 years.

4- Language Ability:

Language proficiency is a crucial criterion. For those in occupation categories TEER 0, 1, 2, or 3, a minimum score of Canadian Language Benchmark (CLB) 5 in all four abilities (Writing, Reading, Listening, Speaking) in either English or French is required. If applicants are in TEER 4 or 5 occupations, CLB 4 in the same language abilities is necessary.

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The Nova Scotia Critical Construction Worker Pilot opens doors for both employers and skilled workers in the construction industry. It not only addresses labor shortages but also provides a pathway for foreign workers to establish themselves in Nova Scotia. This initiative underscores Nova Scotia's commitment to facilitating skilled immigration while bolstering its construction sector.

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